Description:

This almond cake is moist and fluffy, enhanced by a tangy lemon and creme Fraiche glaze that infuses it with extra flavor and moisture, making it an exquisite treat for any occasion.

Cooking Equipment Needed:

  • Oven Round cake pan Mixing bowls Electric mixer

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
    1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    1 teaspoon baking powder
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
    1 cup granulated sugar
    3 large eggs
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    Zest of 1 lemon
    For the glaze:
    1/4 cup creme Fraiche
    1/2 cup powdered sugar
    1 tablespoon lemon juice

Cooking Time:

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Cooking Steps:

Prepare Cake: Preheat the oven to 350~F (175~C). Grease and flour a round cake pan. In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and lemon zest.

Combine Mixtures: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.

Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Prepare Glaze: While the cake is cooling, whisk together creme Fraiche, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.

Finish: Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Let set before serving.